HervéGruyer, Charles
Living with the Earth: A Manual for Market Gardeners. Volume 1: Permaculture, Ecoculture: Inspired by Nature, 1
- ISBN 13:
- 9781856232609
- author:
- HervéGruyer, Charles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Permanent Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 29.7 x 20.8 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Gardening, Vegetables,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover a new approach to sustainable agriculture with Living with the Earth, Volume 1 Permaculture, Ecoculture. Charles Hervé-Gruyer and Perrine Herve-Gruyer share their experience of creating an ecoculture farm, which combines biointensive methods and permaculture design to produce abundant organic crops and create meaningful employment in the local community.
This comprehensive volume provides a detailed understanding of natural systems and simple techniques for creating an ecological diverse garden or a highly productive farm. The authors' research and scientific monitoring are woven throughout the book, offering a unique and groundbreaking approach to sustainable agriculture.
With in-depth sections on weather patterns, soil types, and ecosystem services, as well as practical advice on composting, mulching, fertilisers, green manures, and working with beneficial microorganisms, this book is an essential resource for serious gardeners, farmers, agronomists, and permaculture designers.